PASCO COUNTY LIBRARY COOPERATIVE
  Weekly Calendar of Events
  January 1 - 7, 2023


SYSTEMWIDE VIRTUAL & OUTREACH PROGRAMS

English Conversation Group. Wednesday, January 4, 2023, 2:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m. & Friday, January 6, 2023, 10:00 a.m. — 11:30 a.m.
Practice your English-speaking skills in a group on Zoom. This is a fun, casual atmosphere to practice and improve your English. Speakers of all levels are welcome. We have a new topic for every meeting. The class will be hosted by Claudia from the South Holiday Library. Please email the South Holiday Library for more information and to register at sh@pascolibraries.org. Intended for adults.

Mystery Book Club in-person @ Dade City Senior Ctr: Carolina Moonset. Tuesday, January 3, 2023, 2:00 p.m.—3:00 p.m.
Join Hugh Embry staff, in person, at the Dade City Senior Center (Nutritional Services, 13853 15th St, Dade City, FL 33525), to discuss Carolina Moonset by Matt Goldman. Print copies are available at the New River Library circulation desk. You can also request a copy be brought to the Dade City Senior Center if you contact New River in advance. Additionally, this title is available as an e-book on Cloud Library. For more information, please call New River Library at 813-788-6375.
Please register HERE.

Craftermorning @ the Zephyrhills Senior Center. Wednesday, January 4, 2023, 10:30 a.m. — 11:30 a.m.
Join Ms. Debra at the Zephyrhills Senior Center as you socialize and make wooden coasters with us. All supplies will be provided. For more information, please contact the New River Library at 813-788-6375.

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL). Thursday, January 5, 2023, 10:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.
English language tutoring is available one-on-one via ZOOM. 30-minute appointments are offered Tuesday and Thursday mornings. Registration required. Please email the South Holiday library to sign up and for more information at sh@pascolibraries.org.

City Hall Dade City Story Time. Friday, January 6, 2023, 10:30 a.m. — 11:30 a.m.
Join Hugh Embry Library staff for a fun story time at the City Hall in Dade City (38020 Meridian Avenue) where we will read great stories, do finger plays, and sing.


STARKEY RANCH THEATRE LIBRARY CULTURAL CENTER
12118 Lake Blanche Drive, Odessa, FL 33556
Phone: 727-815-7126
Sun: Closed for New Year’s
Mon: Closed for New Year’s
Tue: 10:00 – 6:00
Wed: 10:00 – 8:00
Thu: 10:00 – 8:00
Fri: 10:00 – 5:00
Sat: 10:00 – 5:00

Baby Storytime. Tuesday, January 3, 2023, 10:15 a.m. — 10:45 a.m.
This lap-sit program is meant to instill the love of reading in children at an early age. It is suitable for babies up to 1-year-old and their caregiver(s).

Toddler Storytime. Tuesday, January 3, 2023, 11:15 a.m. — 11:45 a.m.
This program is intended for children ages 1 to 3 and includes stories, songs, and activities. 

Teen Advisory Board. Wednesday, January 4, 2023, 6:00 p.m. — 6:30 p.m.
Hi teens! Got a fun idea for a library program? Looking for a way to get involved in your community? If so, the library wants to hear from you. Join us at our next Teen Advisory Board meeting!
Important Note: This program is for teens, grades 8-12. Masks are not required but recommended.

Preschool Storytime. Thursday, January 5, 2023, 10:15 a.m.—10:45 a.m. & 11:15 a.m. — 11:45 a.m.
This storytime is recommended for children (ages 3-5) along with their caregiver. Registration begins two weeks prior to the program.
Important Note: Registration is required for each child in attendance.
Masks are recommended but not required.
Please register here: 10:15 a.m. | 11:15 a.m.

Lego Open Build. Saturday, January 7, 2023, 10:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m.
Drop in for some Lego building fun! Bring a friend or family member. Try some of our challenges or just use our Lego blocks to build your own creations.

Sewing for Beginners. Saturday, January 7, 2023, 10:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m.
Join us as we make flannel pillowcases. All materials will be provided. Beginning sewers will practice using pins, sewing on a machine, ironing... This class is for ages 9 years and older.
Please register HERE.


HUDSON REGIONAL LIBRARY
8012 Library Rd, Hudson, FL 34667
Phone: 727-861-3040
Sun: Closed
Mon: Closed for New Year’s
Tue: 10:00 – 6:00
Wed: 10:00 – 8:00
Thu: 10:00 – 8:00
Fri: 10:00 – 5:00
Sat: 10:00 – 5:00

Storytime with Ms. Bea. Tuesday, January 3, 2023, 10:15 a.m. — 11:00 a.m.
Join us every Tuesday at 10:15am for fun stories, songs, and lots of dancing!

Paws for Reading. Tuesday, January 3, 2023, 4:00 p.m. — 5:00 p.m.

Gulfside Hospice. Wednesday, January 4, 2023, 10:00 a.m. — 2:00 p.m.
Stop by the Gulfside Hospice table in our lobby today to learn about services and volunteer opportunities. Come speak with Gena Voigt, their Patient Care Volunteer Outreach Specialist, or visit their website for more information: gulfside.org/

Ask A Master Gardener. Wednesday, January 4, 2023, 5:00 p.m. — 6:00 p.m.
The Master Gardeners of the Pasco County Extension Office will be in the lobby to answer your specific gardening questions.

Pasco County Extension Master Gardener Seminar - Florida Friendly Landscaping. Wednesday, January 4, 2023, 6:00 p.m.—7:30 p.m.
The Master Gardeners of the Pasco County Cooperative Extension office present on a variety of topics. Check back for more details.

Library Lego Club. Saturday, January 7, 2023, 2:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m.
LEGO Club is back! Come complete the building challenge or create something from your own imagination. This program is for LEGO fans of all ages and blocks will be provided.


REGENCY PARK LIBRARY
9701 Little Rd, New Port Richey, FL 34654
Phone: 727-861-3049

***Regency Park is closed for remodeling***
All programming is currently taking place off-site.


CENTENNIAL PARK LIBRARY
5740 Moog Rd, Holiday, FL 34690
Phone: 727-834-3204
Sun: Closed
Mon: Closed for New Year’s
Tue: 10:00 – 8:00
Wed: 10:00 – 6:00
Thu: 10:00 – 6:00
Fri: 10:00 – 5:00
Sat: 10:00 – 5:00

All Day - Hobby Month: Watercolor Bookmarks. Tuesday, January 3, 2023, All Day.
Please celebrate Hobby Month with us. This week we will be making watercolor bookmarks.  Supplies will be provided. The Loft will be open until 7pm for your convenience.

Photo Scanning by Appointment. Tuesday, January 3, 2023, 2023, 10:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.
Are you interested in digitizing your family photos? Are you wondering what's on those negatives in the closet shoe box?
Tuesday mornings we will have our Loft doors open for patrons who already know how to use our photo scanners. If you're just getting started, please make an appointment for a Tuesday afternoon instead. This is when a team member can be made available to assist.
What to bring:

  • Your photos/negatives
  • a USB thumb drive OR an SD card for saving your images

Please register HERE.

Book Club: The Alice Network. Tuesday, January 3, 2023, 12:00 p.m. — 1:00 p.m.
Join us at the library for a monthly discussion!  This month's read is The Alice Network by Kate Quinn. 

Beginner Photo Scanning by Appointment. Tuesday, January 3, 2023, 2:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m.
Are you interested in digitizing your family photos? Are you wondering what's on those negatives in the closet shoe box?
Tuesday appointments are intended for beginners who need some guidance with using our photo scanners. Please call our Service Desk to make an appointment and utilize our photo scanners in our new Loft Makerspace. Our equipment can scan both negatives and developed photos. If you want to bring one friend who is also learning, we are happy to accommodate. Please read below for more details.
What to bring:

  • Your photos/negatives
  • a USB thumb drive OR an SD card for saving your images

Please register HERE.

Storytime with Miss Cindy: Shapes. Wednesday, January 4, 2023, 10:15 a.m. — 11:00 a.m.
Join Miss Cindy for songs, stories, and crafts in our beautifully renovated Children's Room. This week all the stories will be about shapes, and we will be crafting a shape monster. Attendance limited; registration is strongly recommended.
Please register HERE.

Intention Bracelet - Hobby Month. Wednesday, January 4, 2023, 2:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m. & 4:20 p.m. — 4:50 p.m.
Start the new year with a wearable intention bracelet. Use colors, charms, special beads, crystals, or words as symbols. Guidance will be available. Wearing your New Year’s resolution is a wonderful way to keep you focused and make it a reality. Make one for yourself or someone else. All materials are included but you are welcome to bring anything you would like to add. Beginner to experts are all welcome to attend this class.
Please register here: 2:00 p.m. | 4:20 p.m.

All Day - Hobby Month: Watercolor Bookmarks. Thursday, January 5, 2023, All Day.
Please celebrate Hobby Month with us. This week we will be making watercolor bookmarks.  Supplies will be provided. The Loft will be open until 5pm for your convenience.

Photo Scanning by Appointment. Friday, January 6, 2023, 10:00 a.m. — 11:00 a.m.
By popular demand, we've opened up our Loft to another day of photo scanning! Friday mornings we will have our Loft doors open for patrons who already know how to use our photo scanners. If you're just getting started, please make an appointment for a Tuesday instead when a team member is available to assist.
What to bring:

  • Your photos/negatives
  • a USB thumb drive OR an SD card for saving your images

Please register HERE.

All Day-Hobby Month: Watercolor Bookmarks. Friday, January 6, 2023, 12:00 p.m. — 4:00 p.m.
Please celebrate Hobby Month with us. This week we will be making watercolor bookmarks.  Supplies will be provided. The Loft will be open until 4pm for your convenience.

Open Loft for Kids: Dot Painting. Saturday, January 7, 2023, 10:00 a.m. — 11:00 a.m.
Please join us for open Loft for kids! One whole hour to get the creative juices flowing. Fun dot painting today! Supplies are limited, so please register. This event is always free!
Please register HERE.

K-3 Craft Program: STEAM. Saturday, January 7, 2023, 2:00 p.m. — 3:00 p.m.
Please join us for our K-3 arts and crafts program. STEAM Saturday, experiments, and fun! Supplies are limited, so please register. This event is always free!
Please register HERE.


SOUTH HOLIDAY LIBRARY
4649 Mile Stretch Dr, Holiday, FL 34690
Phone: 727-834-3331
Sun: Closed
Mon: Closed for New Year’s
Tue: 10:00 – 6:00
Wed: 10:00 – 8:00
Thu: 10:00 – 8:00
Fri: 10:00 – 5:00
Sat: 10:00 – 5:00

Dear Diary, Journaling for Adults. Tuesday, January 3, 2023 — Saturday, January 7, 2023.
Dear Diary...Stop by the South Holiday Library to pick up this month's journal. The journal includes writing prompts and pictures to color. Intended for adults. Supplies are limited.

Storytime with Ms. Jenn. Thursday, January 5, 2023, 10:15 a.m.—10:45 a.m.
Storytime with Ms. Jenn is back! Join us in our newly renovated library for stories, songs, and a craft.  


LAND O’ LAKES LIBRARY
2818 Collier Pkwy, Land O’ Lakes, FL 34639
Phone: 813-929-1214
Sun: Closed
Mon: Closed for New Year’s
Tue: 10:00 – 8:00
Wed: 10:00 – 8:00
Thu: 10:00 – 6:00
Fri: 10:00 – 5:00
Sat: 10:00 – 5:00

Baby Storytime. Wednesday, January 4, 2023, 10:15 a.m. — 11:00 a.m. & 11:15 a.m. — 11:45 a.m.
This lap-sit program is meant to instill the love of reading in children at an early age. It is suitable for babies up to 1-year-old and their caregiver(s).

Kumihimo. Wednesday, January 4, 2023, 10:30 a.m. — 1:00 p.m.
Join our volunteer, Jeanne, as she teaches the art of kumihimo braiding. Project to be determined.
Registration starts two weeks prior to the event. This class is for ages 18 years and older. You can register online or call the library at 813-929-1214.
All Makerspace programs require completed safety & waiver forms. These forms are available at the Service Desk and before the class.
Please register HERE.

Preschool Storytime. Thursday, January 5, 2023, 10:15 a.m. — 10:45 a.m. & 11:15 a.m. — 11:45 a.m.
Preschool Storytime for children ages 3-5 years and their caregiver.

Yoga for Stress Relief. Thursday, January 5, 2023, 4:30 p.m. — 5:30 p.m.
Join us for this yoga class with Ruben Vasquez. The purpose of yoga is to increase overall well-being by reducing stress and tension and by increasing flexibility, strength and enhancing breathing ability. This free class offers fundamental techniques tailored to the level of ability and fitness of the participants with an emphasis on relaxation and mindfulness throughout the practice. Ongoing classes will enable participants to develop their practice at an appropriate gradual pace.
Attire: Comfortable exercise clothing. Accessories: Large beach towel or yoga mat.
This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Land O' Lakes Library.
Please register HERE.

Toddler Storytime. Friday, January 6, 2023, 10:15 a.m. — 10:45 a.m. & 11:15 a.m. — 11:45 a.m.
Toddler Storytime for children ages 1-2 years and their caregiver.


HUGH EMBRY LIBRARY
14215 Fourth St, Dade City, FL 33523
Phone: 352-567-3576

***Hugh Embry is closed for remodeling***
All programming is currently taking place off-site.


NEW RIVER LIBRARY
34043 State Rd 54, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543
Phone: 813-788-6375
Sun: Closed
Mon: Closed for New Year’s
Tue: 10:00 – 8:00
Wed: 10:00 – 6:00
Thu: 10:00 – 8:00
Fri: 10:00 – 5:00
Sat: 10:00 – 5:00

Toddler Storytime. Tuesday, January 3, 2023, 10:15 a.m. — 11:00 a.m.
Join Mr. Steven and Ms. Laura for stories, songs, and all sorts of fun activities as we kick off a new storytime series: On the Move! This week, we're talking all things feet! Space is limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Because space is so limited, this program will be repeated on Wednesday morning. You may contact New River Library at (813) 788-6375 for more information.

Preschool Story Time. Tuesday, January 3, 2023, 11:15 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.
Join Mr. Steven and Ms. Laura for stories, songs, and all sorts of fun activities as we kick off a new storytime series: On the Move! This week, we're talking all things feet! Space is limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Because space is so limited, this program will be repeated on Wednesday morning. You may contact New River Library at (813) 788-6375 for more information.

Virtual: Yarn for More. Tuesday, January 3, 2023, 12:30 p.m. — 2:00 p.m.
Jump online and join us for a virtual yarn chat with other yarners. Each week we meet and talk about our projects and get tips and suggestions from other like-minded individuals. For more information or to register to get the Zoom link please email rnoble@pascolibraries.org.

TAB - Teen Volunteer Orientation. Tuesday, January 3, 2023, 6:00 p.m. — 7:00 p.m.
You must first apply online to be a volunteer before signing up for this orientation. Sign - up here: pascolibraries.org/supporters/volunteering/
Find out how you can earn volunteer hours both in-person and virtually.  Make a difference in our community. If you have any questions, please call New River Library at 813-788-6375.

(Repeat) Toddler Storytime. Wednesday, January 4, 2023, 10:15 a.m. — 11:00 a.m.
Join Mr. Steven and Ms. Laura for stories, songs, and all sorts of fun activities as we kick off a new storytime series: On the Move! This week, we're talking all things feet! Space is limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. This program is a repeat of Tuesday's program. You may contact New River Library at (813) 788-6375 for more information.

(Repeat) Preschool Storytime. Wednesday, January 4, 2023, 11:15 a.m. — 11:45 a.m.
Join Mr. Steven and Ms. Laura for stories, songs, and all sorts of fun activities as we kick off a new storytime series: On the Move! This week, we're talking all things feet! Space is limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. This program is a repeat of Tuesday's program. You may contact New River Library at (813) 788-6375 for more information.

IFAS Presents: Food, Nutrition and Wellness. Thursday, January 5, 2023, 11:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.
Join IFAS and New River Library as we start our New Year off right with learning about food and nutrition and trying healthy, delicious, and fun recipes. For more information contact us during normal business hours at 813-788-6375. Registration is required.
Please register HERE.

Yarn for a Cause. Thursday, January 5, 2023, 6:00 p.m. — 7:00 p.m.
Join our yarn group and help people in need. We create projects like blankets for nursing homes and other fun and creative projects! Get the opportunity to learn new techniques and show us your new projects. We will be meeting in person at the New River Library Meeting Room. Hope to see you there!
Please register HERE.

1st Saturday Book Club: The One Hundred Years of Lenni and Margot. Saturday, January 7, 2023, 10:30 a.m.—11:30 a.m.
Join us this month as we discuss The One Hundered Years of Lenni and Margot by Marianne Cronin. Please pick up the book at the New River Library anytime, or this title is available as an e-audiobook on Hoopla. For more information, please contact the branch at 813-788-6375.

Ukulele Jam. Saturday, January 7, 2023, 12:00 p.m. — 2:30 p.m.
Grab your Ukulele and join Tampa Bay Ukulele Society and New River Library for the 1st Saturday Jam. For more information contact the branch at 813-788-6375.


ZEPHYRHILLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
5347 8th Street, Zephyrhills, FL 33542
Phone: 813-780-0064
Sun: Closed
Mon: Closed
Tue: 9:00 – 6:00
Wed: 9:00 – 6:00
Thu: 9:00 – 6:00
Fri: 9:00 – 5:00
Sat: 9:00 – 12:00

Tai Chi. Wednesday, January 4, 2023, 9:00 a.m. — 10:00 a.m.
Learn basic Tai Chi moves.
Space is limited.
Call 813-780-0064 to register.

Chair Yoga. Wednesday, January 4, 2023, 11:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.
An accessible form of yoga in which participants use a chair to support their bodies in various modified poses.  Yoga postures are done from a seated position bringing stability to the body.
Space is limited.  Call 813-780-0064 to register.
Diana E., Silver Sneakers, Flex Instructor

AARP Smart Driver Safety Course. Friday, January 6, 2023, 10:00 a.m. — 4:00 p.m.
This course is open to drivers 50 and older.  Space is limited.  Registration is required.
Contact Barb Emison at 813-536-0109 to register.
You will learn:  Defensive driving techniques - Proven safety strategies - New traffic laws and rules of the road
Plus, there are no tests to pass.  You simply sign up and learn.  Upon Completion you could receive a 3-year discount on your car insurance.

Gulfside Healthcare Outreach. Friday, January 6, 2023, 10:00 a.m. — 12:00 p.m.
Patient Care Outreach Program

Zephyrhills Historical Association. Saturday, January 7, 2023, 10:00 a.m. — 11:30 a.m.
Discover and discuss historical events, places and people of Zephyrhills and Pasco County.


Please note: All event dates and times are subject to change without notice. Please confirm event details with the hosting library prior to attending any program.  

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PASCO COUNTY LIBRARY COOPERATIVE
8012 Library Road, Hudson, FL 34667 | 
727-861-3020
Contact: Amaris Papadopoulos
apapadopoulos@pascolibraries.org

 

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